Informational resource only. Not a substitute for personalised medical care.
Practical support

Resources to help you begin

Practical, science-based tools created by Dr Julia Reeve — designed to support you privately at home, at your own pace, with no shame and no sales pressure.

The Vaginismus Book
📖 The Book

The Vaginismus Book

A gentle, science-based self-help guide for women with vaginismus — written by a gynaecologist who has spent decades treating this condition. Available in clear, compassionate language for women who want to understand what is happening in their bodies and take confident, step-by-step action.

"Knowledge removes fear. And without fear, progress becomes possible."

Available worldwide on Amazon in English and German editions, both as paperback and e-book.

→ Find on Amazon
📱 The App

TVZ — The Vaginismus Zone

A private, structured dilator therapy companion for iOS and Android. Created to support women working through Dr Julia Reeve's nine-stage protocol, at their own pace, on their own phone.

TVZ is designed as a quiet, calm companion for the practical work of desensitisation. It guides you through the dilation protocol step by step, lets you log your practice sessions, and remembers where you are so each session can build on the last. Everything stays on your device — no cloud, no accounts, no data shared.

  • The full nine-stage dilation protocol
  • Session logging — track your progress over time
  • Guided breathing exercises
  • Knowledge base of articles, written by Dr Julia Reeve
  • Completely private — all data stored locally on your device
  • No account required, no email needed
🍎 App Store ▶ Google Play
A look inside

Designed to feel calm in your hand.

TVZ app home screen with personalised first steps
Your daily home
TVZ practice session screen with timer and breathing guide
Practice sessions
TVZ 4-2-6 guided breathing animation
Breathing guide
TVZ video library with 27 expert videos by Dr Julia Reeve
27 expert videos
Finding the right starting point

Which resource is right for you?

Both the book and the app can be used independently, or together. They are designed to complement each other rather than overlap.

The Book Best if you want to understand vaginismus deeply first — the science, the psychology, and the full picture before you begin practical work. Read at your own pace.
The App Best if you are ready to begin practical work, or already started, and would like structured guidance and a private place to log your sessions and progress.
Both Together Many women use the book as their reference companion alongside the app's practical session structure. Each supports the other.
Neither, Yet If you are not ready for resources, that is completely valid. Simply reading the About Vaginismus page can already be a meaningful first step.
Other places to look

Working with a professional

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Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

A pelvic health physiotherapist with experience in vaginismus can be a valuable partner — particularly for the physical aspects of muscle retraining. Ask your GP for a referral, or search via professional bodies in your country.

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Sex Therapy

Certified sex therapists are trained to work with conditions like vaginismus, particularly where there are anxiety, relational, or trauma components. They can work alongside whatever physical approach you are taking.